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1509 – Jean Calvin – 2009. His Activity in Church and SocietyWhat abiding impulses have Jean Calvin and Calvinism given to church and society down to the present day? On the occasion of the 500th anniversary of the birth of the Geneva Reformer the authors of the contributions in this book deal with this question by means of select topics relating to Calvin’s theology and his historical influence.

Order the book in the calvin shopCalvin Global. How Faith Influences SocietiesOn the occasion of Calvin’s 500th anniversary scholars from European, African and Asian countries analyze faith, ethics and today's influence and meaning of this famous reformer. The collection is a contribution to contextual and global ethics.

Download the bookCalvinat 500: Does He Still Matter? In the center of the magazine, you’ll find a series of smaller, bite-sized articles that explore the many different facets of thought that helped flesh out Calvin’s theology. Ten Calvin scholars covering a broad range of traditions and sensibilities take on particular elements of Calvin’s doctrine and practice to give us awellrounded understanding of this important Reformer.

Download the magazineCalvin09 Patronage Committee gives positive evaluation of Calvin Jubilee year Celebrations in 2009 of the 500th anniversary of the birth of the Protestant reformer, John Calvin, were a resounding success according to an assessment by the international committee which coordinated Calvin09 Jubilee activities.